Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
strychnoides
ID:
594425

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 10: 306 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000593757

Common Names

  • Celtis strychnoides
  • African Hackberry
  • Strychnos Celtis

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Synonyms

  • Solenostigma strychnoides Blume [deprecated]
  • Celtis australiensis Sattarian [unknown]

Description

Celtis strychnoides (also called Strychnos Hackberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with a rounded crown and spreading branches. It is native to Africa, and grows in a variety of habitats, including moist woods, dry woods, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Celtis strychnoides is used for ornamental purposes, as it is a fast-growing tree with a rounded crown. It is also used for windbreaks and shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Celtis strychnoides has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celtis strychnoides is a deciduous tree that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in spring or early summer. The seed should be stratified for best results.

Where to Find Celtis strychnoides

Celtis strychnoides can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Celtis strychnoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celtis strychnoides?

Celtis strychnoides

What is the common name of Celtis strychnoides?

Strychnine Hackberry

What is the natural habitat of Celtis strychnoides?

Moist forests, woodlands, and thickets

Species in the Celtis genus

Celtis adolfi-friderici, Celtis africana, Celtis australis, Celtis balansae, Celtis berteroana, Celtis bifida, Celtis biondii, Celtis boninensis, Celtis brasiliensis, Celtis bungeana, Celtis caucasica, Celtis caudata, Celtis cerasifera, Celtis chekiangensis, Celtis chichape, Celtis conferta, Celtis glabrata, Celtis gomphophylla, Celtis harperi, Celtis hildebrandii, Celtis hypoleuca, Celtis iguanaea, Celtis jamaicensis, Celtis jessoensis, Celtis julianae, Celtis koraiensis, Celtis laevigata, Celtis latifolia, Celtis lindheimeri, Celtis loxensis, Celtis luzonica, Celtis madagascariensis, Celtis mauritiana, Celtis mildbraedii, Celtis occidentalis, Celtis orthacanthos, Celtis pacifica, Celtis pallida, Celtis paniculata, Celtis petenensis, Celtis philippensis, Celtis punctata, Celtis reticulata, Celtis rigescens, Celtis rubrovenia, Celtis salomonensis, Celtis schippii, Celtis sinensis, Celtis solenostigma, Celtis spinosa,

Species in the Cannabaceae family

Aphananthe aspera, Aphananthe cuspidata, Aphananthe monoica, Aphananthe philippinensis, Aphananthe sakalava, Cannabis sativa, Celtis adolfi-friderici, Celtis africana, Celtis australis, Celtis balansae, Celtis berteroana, Celtis bifida, Celtis biondii, Celtis boninensis, Celtis brasiliensis, Celtis bungeana, Celtis caucasica, Celtis caudata, Celtis cerasifera, Celtis chekiangensis, Celtis chichape, Celtis conferta, Celtis glabrata, Celtis gomphophylla, Celtis harperi, Celtis hildebrandii, Celtis hypoleuca, Celtis iguanaea, Celtis jamaicensis, Celtis jessoensis, Celtis julianae, Celtis koraiensis, Celtis laevigata, Celtis latifolia, Celtis lindheimeri, Celtis loxensis, Celtis luzonica, Celtis madagascariensis, Celtis mauritiana, Celtis mildbraedii, Celtis occidentalis, Celtis orthacanthos, Celtis pacifica, Celtis pallida, Celtis paniculata, Celtis petenensis, Celtis philippensis, Celtis punctata, Celtis reticulata, Celtis rigescens,